Effective Date: [ March 4, 2026]
Last Updated: [March 4, 2026]
At Group Homes in Florida, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our users, their families, and the care providers listed on our platform. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you use our website, including:
For Families/Seekers: Name, email address, phone number, and any details shared about a loved one’s care needs (e.g., “Memory Care,” “Mobility Assistance”) when using our contact forms.
For Care Providers: Business name, AHCA license number, facility address, staff details, pricing, and photos.
Automatic Data: IP address, browser type, and usage patterns collected via cookies to improve your browsing experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data to:
Facilitate connections between families and licensed group homes.
Verify the licensing and compliance of listed facilities.
Send you requested information or our newsletter (if opted-in).
Improve the functionality and search filters of our directory.
3. Sharing of Information
With Care Providers: If a family submits an inquiry for a specific home, we share that contact information with the provider to facilitate a tour or call.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., AHCA or Florida state agencies).
No Sale of Data: We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third-party marketing companies.
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to analyze website traffic and remember your search preferences. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the directory may not function properly.
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures (SSL encryption) to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage users to be cautious when sharing sensitive medical records via email or web forms.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you.
Request the correction of inaccurate information.
Request the deletion of your data from our active database.
7. Florida-Specific Disclosures
Our directory focuses on Florida-based residential care. We encourage all users to verify specific facility records through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) website at FloridaHealthFinder.gov.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us